Sourcing Analyst- Chemicals

Horizon Search Inc

Cleveland, OH

Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

My client is looking for a Sourcing Analyst in the area of raw materials ,with primary experience in sourcing chemicals.

The role requires expertise in sourcing, and a focus towards building supply chain, and the ability and willingness to manage the entire project, from procurement to delivery, for the customer.

Responsibilities :

Develop a strategy and implementation plan in line with the overall goals of the organization, and build a revenue pipeline
Build a strong network of suppliers globally.
Develop customer profiles in terms of their raw materials requirements through customer interactions and relationship development, and through an understanding of their business.
Set-up strong systems and processes for raw material procurement, costing, quality assessments, inventory management, warehousing, and end-to-end logistics
Manage entire projects for procurement and delivery of raw materials including procedural aspects such as costing, pricing and negotiations with suppliers and customers, contract creation, and invoicing and order closure.
Achieve high customer satisfaction, while creating value for the organization and the suppliers.

Requirements :

Experience : 5-7 years

Qualification : Bachelors Degree

Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of raw material procurement and delivery
Experience in costing, pricing, and negotiations
Strong knowledge of raw materials, applications, and quality aspects
Willingness to develop an understanding of end-product requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams toward product solutioning, in cases involving sourcing for manufacturing projects
Willingness to work in a fast paced, diverse, ever evolving and values led environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
Responsible for developing sourcing strategies and strategy execution.
Preference will be giving to candidates with experience in chemical buying.
Interface closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, QA, Marketing and Finance.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management / Purchasing / Engineering or a related field.
Min. 8 years procurement / materials / engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
MBA, CPM, CPIM certification a plus.
Experience in dealing with Suppliers.
Excellent negotiation skills (understands cost drivers).

30+ days ago

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